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Meaning of the word repulse in English

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repulse

US /rɪˈpʌls/
UK /rɪˈpʌls/

Verb

1.

to push away or refuse something or someone unwanted, especially to successfully stop a physical attack against you:

Example:
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The enemy attack was quickly repulsed.

Noun

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